Ink Pellet

Ink Pellet is the only arts magazine for teachers. Published (since 1998) six times a year to coincide with the start of each new school term, Ink Pellet aims to keep English and Drama teachers updated on the latest news and views from the worlds of theatre, arts, dance and literature. Informative features assist in organising theatre and gallery trips, lesson planning, advice for school drama productions and for students looking to further their studies in the arts. Ink Pellet brings together interviews with the very best authors, directors, producers and artistes, showcases the most talked about exhibitions and includes a comprehensive What’s On section, plus theatre and book reviews, written by our growing band of teacher-reviewers.

EDITOR’S LETTER

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THE INBOX

Here’s One He Made Earlier • Former Blue Peter presenter and Chief Scout Peter Duncan is now creating pantomimes in his own house and garden. Susan Elkin met him on set.

Breathing Life into a Classic • Spring 2022 sees Blackeyed Theatre venture once more into the world of Victorian literature with a revival of their highly theatrical production of Frankenstein, notable in particular for its use of a magnificent 6’4” Bunraku puppet in its portrayal of the Creature. We spoke with director, Eliot Giuralarocca, about his vision for the show.

Little Angel Theatre • Embracing new technology, but focussing on its core skill of puppetry, Susan Elkin chats to AD Sam Lane to find out how LAT is evolving.

Musical theatre stars of tomorrow • BYMT helps make the dream of being on stage a reality

Bird College • Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Bird College has developed an enviable reputation for producing rounded graduates. Susan Elkin paid a visit to discover more.

Story Seekers • Unicorn Theatre, near London Bridge, is central London’s only children’s theatre. Susan Elkin spoke to artistic director Justin Audibert about its nationwide project, Story Seekers, and the theatre’s other work.

Eduardo Chillida:Interconnected Sculptor • Almost 20 years since his last encounter with Eduardo Chillida, Graham Hooper was delighted to find a corner of Spain transposed to Somerset.

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THEATRE REVIEW

BOOK REVIEW

Ian Oakley • Ian Oakley is a professional freelance musical director who won the Musical Direction Recognition Award at 2020 Black British Theatre Rewards. He was very busy with rehearsals and teaching when Susan Elkin caught up with him over coffee on Bankside in London.